Linda Joan

Vandiver

Mrs. Linda Joan Vandiver (nee: Schutte) of Warrenton, MO, passed away on Thursday January 8, 2026 at her home. She was born on August 22, 1947 to the late Russell and Marjorie (nee: McGlaughlin) and had reached the age of 78.

Linda was united in marriage to William Denton Vandiver on June 11, 1964 in Quincy, IL and had recently celebrated 61 years together. This union was blessed with two daughters, Michelle and Nicole and son, Eric. Linda was a very creative person. She loved to decorate inside and outside her home, through landscaping, trees, flowers and a variety of birdhouses, made by her husband. She was a caring woman and loved taking care of her family. She was a very detailed architect and designer, both interior and exterior and might have been a bit bossy, but in a loving way. She enjoyed sewing and crafting, chocolates and diet coke. Her favorite TV show was The Closer, which she didn't like to miss. Linda was a strong, loving, caring and devoted woman to her husband, daughters and grandchildren, sisters and friends.

Linda Vandiver was preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Marjorie; her step mother, Marian Schutte and one son, Eric Denton Vandiver. She is survived by her husband, Bill Vandiver; two daughters, Michelle Ericson and husband Kyle and Nicole Vandiver; four grandchildren, Justin Ericson (Crystal), Tyler Ericson, Lexi Katigbak (Alex) and Matthew Vandiver (Tori); three great-grandchildren, Maksym, Forrest and Edison; daughter in-law, Michele Vandiver; two sisters, Peggy Schoenekase (Roger) and Jackie Peters (Karl); other relatives and many friends.

ACelebration of Life service for Linda Vandiver will be held at a later date at the family farm. Memorial donations are suggested to be given to The Ronald McDonald House in honor of Linda.  Online condolences may be given at martinfuneral.net